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Don't Miss Out on Discounted Ad Space in the 2012 Visitors Guide/ Business Directory
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Save 10% before August 31!
The Sumter County Chamber's 2012 Visitors Guide and Business Directory reaches thousands of residents and visitors to our area. Your business can reach potential new customers through distribution to new and current residents and vacationers seeking local information, as well as to local businesses. Read More Here>> |
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Ribbon Cuttings
Main Street Auto Sales
830 S. Main Street in Wildwood (next to Veranda Home Furnishings)
Please help us celebrate the Grand Opening of Main
Street Auto, and check out the vehicles on display.
Thurs., August 18, 10:30am
Melon-Patch Theater
311 N. Main St., Leesburg
In celebration of the DAR's re-dedication of their historic plaque. Tours and refreshments will be available.
Thursday, August 25, 3pm
Lucy's Upscale Resale Boutique
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 The chamber has new advertising opportunities available on the website, and on this newsletter. Ad prices fit any business' budget. Contact Andy Cripps at the chamber at
352-793-3099
or
via e-mail.
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Sumter County Chamber E-News
Monday, August 8, 2011
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August Lunch Exchange to showcase plans for downtown Bushnell
 Join us for a discussion of exciting new developments in Bushnell at the Chamber Lunch Exchange Wednesday, August 10, 11:30am, at the NASCAR RV Resorts at Blueberry Hill, 6233 County Road 609 in Bushnell.
City Manager Vince Ruano has been invited to review the plans for its $4 million Bike/ Pedestrian & Multi-Modal Transportation Enhancement Project. The project includes construction of a town square park that includes a 35-foot gazebo and decorative fountain across from City Hall. It is funded by the state Department of Transportation.
Mayor Bill Spaude will also talk about the upcoming Bushnell Fall Festival, scheduled for Saturday, October 15. And representatives from Dade Battlefield Memorial State Park the Dade Battlefield Society will talk about local history and upcoming events. The cost to attend is $10 for members and $15 for non members and RSVP is required. Email sumter-coc@sumterchamber.org or call 352-793-3099 to reserve your seat. Don't forget to ask how to get premium exposure in the Member Midway. |
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Chamber presents Valor Awards to police, fire and EMS heroes, and community award to Beverly Steele
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Beverly Steele, center, received the Community Hero award from Chamber President Dawn Cary, left. She was nominated for the award by YPA volunteer Etta Huff, right.
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Beverly Steele, founder of Young Performing Artists Inc., received the Sumter County Chamber of Commerce's 2011 Community Hero Award at the third annual Red, White and Blue BBQ on Friday, August 5, at Lakeside Landings clubhouse in Oxford.
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Sheriff Bill Farmer, left, joined Valor Award recipients, from left, Deputy Jeremiah Price, Deputy Timothy Lunday and Sgt. Roger Hayes, and Lt. Darrell Segrest and Major Gary Brannen
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The Red, White and Blue BBQ is presented annually by the chamber's Leadership Sumter participants and alumni to recognize outstanding public service employees as selected by their chiefs, as well as a civilian who has exhibited exceptional service to the local community. Read More Here>>
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Member News
Events and information from your fellow chamber members.
Thomas E. Langley Medical Center is hosting a free Resource Fair today from 9am to noon. They offer free blood pressure and other screenings. Read More Here>>
The Southwest Florida Water Management District's Governing Board has extended Phase I water shortage restrictions for the District's entire 16-county area through Oct. 31, because the region's water resources have not been replenished due to a delayed start in the summer rainy season. Read More Here>>
Congratulations to Villages Fire Chief Michael Tucker on being named Florida Fire Chief of the Year by the state Fire Chiefs Association.
Alzheimer's Family Organization is seeking sponsors, donors, players and volunteers for its 11th annual Golf Tournament on Saturday, November 22, at Seven Springs Country Club in New Port Richey. Read More Here>>
Deaf and Hearing Services of Lake & Sumter Counties is offering an ASL Level I sign language course. Deaf and Hearing Services of Lake & Sumter Counties is holding an ASL level I course which covers basic sign language and introduction to the deaf culture. The classes will be held at 220 S 9th St, Leesburg and begin on Tuesday, August 23, and continue for 6 weeks every Tuesday evening from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The fee is $75 ($35 for the book and $40 for the classes). If you have any questions please call Rosann Evans at 352-323-0757 or E-mail our office at rosanne@deafandhearing.org.
Daughters of the American Revolution
re-dedicate plaque at the Melon Patch Theater
The ceremony is scheduled for 10:30am on August 18 at the Melon Patch Theatre at 311 N. 13th St. in Leesburg. Learn the history of Leesburg's first high school, the history of the Daughters of the American Revolution, and the Melon Patch Theater, followed by a reception and tours of the theater. Read More Here>> |
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Sumter Cookbook "Recipes and Reminiscences" Now Available
 Recipes and Reminiscences is the first Sumter County cookbook produced by the Sumter Chamber. The beautifully bound hardback cookbook includes recipes from local restaurants like Cotillion Southern Café, Senator Alan Hays, longtime South Sumter High School principal C.L. Brooks and many more. In the south you can never have a good meal without a good story and Recipes and Reminiscences gives you both. Read rumors about what started the fire in the original county courthouse, find out about a famous Baseball Hall of Famer who called Sumter County home, and many more from the residents who lived it. Letters, photos, and infamous headlines decorate the pages of what is sure to become a favorite in your home. The first run of Recipes and Reminiscences sold out in two months, but IT'S BACK. Contact the chamber office at 352-793-3099 to reserve your copy for only $13.00 today. |
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Remember, our chamber of commerce is here to serve you and your business. If you have a suggestion for how we can help, please call us at 352-793-3099 or e-mail us at sumter-coc@sumterchamber.org.
Sincerely,
Andrew Cripps, Executive Director
Sumter County Chamber of Commerce
 
Visit our website at
www.sumterchamber.org
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